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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Wisconsin quarterback Graham Mertz throws a pass during a football game between No. 9 Iowa and Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. Mertz threw 22 passes with a QBR rating of 77.1.The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes 27-7.

Wisconsin answers Iowa pick six with a 51-yard touchdown pass

Sam Knupp, Sports Reporter November 12, 2022

Wisconsin answered quickly after an Iowa pick six. The Badgers were trailing the Hawkeyes, 14-3, with under a minute left in the first half. Then, quarterback Graham Mertz found receiver Keontez Lewis...

Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean downs a punt by Iowa punter Tory Taylor near South Dakota State’s end zone during a football game between Iowa and South Dakota State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Jackrabbits, 7-3. DeJean had two solo tackles.

Cooper DeJean grabs second pick six of the year

Sam Knupp, Sports Reporter November 12, 2022

Defensive back Cooper DeJean intercepted a pass from Wisconsin quarterback Graham Mertz near the Badger 30-yard line late in the second quarter. After he got the ball in his hands, DeJean found the end...

Iowa defensive lineman Deontae Craig celebrates after a sack during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022. Craig earned three tackles. Iowa defeated Northwestern, 33-13.

Iowa football blocks punt, takes lead over Wisconsin

Sam Knupp, Sports Reporter November 12, 2022

Deontae Craig blocked a punt on the Wisconsin 19-yard line. The ball was recovered by linebacker Jay Higgins on Wisconsin's 17-yard line. https://twitter.com/BigTenNetwork/status/1591545200291086337 Quarterback...

Iowa wide receiver Arland Bruce scores a tocuhdown during a football game between Northwestern and Iowa at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022. Iowa defeated Northwestern, 33-13. Bruce recorded two catches and 22 receiving yards.

Live updates | Iowa football takes on Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor November 12, 2022

  The Iowa football team will battle Wisconsin for the Heartland Trophy on Saturday at Kinnick Stadium. Wisconsin has beaten Iowa six of the last eight times the two teams have met. The...

DITV Sports: Before the Kickoff Iowa vs. Wisconsin

Michael Merrick, DITV Sports Director November 11, 2022

Wisconsin running back Chez Mellusi braces for a hit from Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell during a football game between No. 9 Iowa and Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. Mellusi rushed for 48 yards on 19 carries.The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes 27-7.

Where to watch Iowa football battle Wisconsin for the Heartland Trophy

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor November 10, 2022

The Iowa football team will take on Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium Saturday with the Heartland Trophy on the line. The Hawkeyes have lost six of their last eight of matchups with the Badgers. The last time...

Iowa offensive lineman Jack Plumb blocks during a football game between No. 16 Iowa and Nebraska at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Nebraska, on Friday, Nov. 26, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers 28-21.

One-on-one with Iowa offensive lineman Jack Plumb

Isaac Goffin, Football Reporter November 10, 2022

The Daily Iowan: You’re from Green Bay. What does it mean for you, just coming from that area? Jack Plumb: It’s really cool. Iowa’s a lot like Wisconsin — farm fields and everything. So,...

Iowa wide receiver Nico Ragaini runs with the ball during a football game between Northwestern and Iowa at Kinnick Stadium on Oct. 29, 2022. Iowa defeated Northwestern, 33-13. Ragini recorded four catches and 66 receiving yards.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 11 of the college football season

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor November 10, 2022

Power Rankings Ohio State — Northwestern found the key to beating Ohio State: play in a tornado. Michigan — Just like we thought, Michigan versus Ohio State to decide the Big Ten champion. ...

Kid captain Tate Manahl speaks with head coach Kirk Ferentz during Iowa football’s Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022.

Kid Captain Tate Manahl back to full strength

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor November 10, 2022

Week 11 Kid Captain Tate Manahl is an avid baseball and flag football player. The 8-year-old enjoys running around and playing with his friends. And his parents are grateful that he still has an opportunity...

Iowa's 125-pound Spencer Lee walks off the field after being honored during a football game between Iowa and Michigan on Saturday Oct. 1, 2022. The Iowa wrestling team has its first match on Sunday, Nov. 13.

‘They want to be part of that’: How Iowa uses Kinnick Stadium, Hawkeye football to recruit students and athletes

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor November 10, 2022

Kirk Ferentz isn’t the only Iowa head coach patrolling Kinnick Stadium’s grounds on most Saturdays The head coach of the Hawkeye football team is often joined by the likes of men’s wrestling...

Wisconsin players hoist the Heartland Trophy during a football game between No. 9 Iowa and Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. Iowa has yet to win at Wisconsin since 2015. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes 27-7.

‘A classic Big Ten game’: Iowa football ready for battle against Wisconsin

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor November 10, 2022

Spencer Petras has familiarized himself with Wisconsin football during his five-year career at Iowa. Petras is 1-1 in two starts against the Badgers. Petras has thrown for 304 yards and two touchdowns...